B Kind Dog Training

29/08/2023

Spring is just around the corner and so is our September clinic! ☀

Pets in the Park Hobart's free pop-up veterinary clinic will be held this Saturday 2nd September from 1.30pm - 3.30pm in Mathers Lane, 108 Bathurst Street, Hobart
Eligibility for this free service is that you are either experiencing or at genuine risk of becoming homeless. Ask your service provider or housing support worker to email us to arrange a referral if you don’t already have one.

If you are interested in volunteering with Pets in the Park, we welcome new volunteers to assist on clinic days and would very much appreciate more volunteers joining the team for our upcoming fundraising events. Please contact us at [email protected] for further information.

We are looking forward to meeting new and returning clients & their furry companions on Saturday 🐕🐾🐈🐾

06/09/2022

Great advice from Katie at Herdy Nerdy Dog Training - Herding Breed Specialist

PRACTICE WHAT YOU PREACH!

17 days ago, Ellie had a massive set back. After years of being able to function calmly around other dogs and even making friends, she landed herself smack in the middle of a fight.

I'm not here to debate who was right or wrong, how it could have been avoided etc etc. I'm here to tell you what happens to a reactive dog after these situations.

Day 1 & 2: Ellie did not eat. She would not take treats, would not eat her meals and couldn't even be tempted with KFC. She was on alert constantly and barely slept. When she did sleep, it was super light with her ears on full alert the whole time

Day 3: She took easy-to-eat treats.

Day 4: Ellie finally ate a meal. She also slept, but only snuggled right in against me with her head buried. 1.5 hours deep sleep for the first time in days.

Day 8: End of the cortisol holiday and we tried to leave the house. Not 5 mins down the road, she spotted a dog from her safe spot in the car and absolutely lost her mind. One of the worst reactions she's had in the car. Restart the cortisol holiday.

Day 12: Her favourite Aunty Linda from comes to visit and takes her for a walk. Ellie super engaged and offering heel - unusual behaviour. Lack of independence showing and her need for reassurance through the roof.

Day 16: I make the decision to restart her Behaviour medications. She's still only sleeping very lightly, she's not sleeping a lot when I'm not home, hyper-vigilant and struggling when away from home. Her behaviour at the vet was even erratic and unusual for her. Thank heavens for the fantastic team at who know her so very well and could see her distress.

Day 17: Relaxation Protocol starts while we wait for Medication to kick in. Yes- that same 15 day protocol so many of my regular Behaviour Mod clients are given.

Ellie and I walk the reactive lifestyle alongside every single one of our B-Mod clients. We're not perfect. We have setbacks too .

24/08/2022

Hello!

I’ve been quiet on here lately! Mostly because being on dog Insta can be difficult for me and, for a number of reasons, I have reduced my availability.

So that I am able to continue to see my current clients on a semi regular basis, I am no longer taking on new clients.

Running a business is tough and so is losing the little love of your life, both of which have taken a toll.

Although replies might be slow please do reach out if you’re stuck! Always happy to point pet parents in the right direction whether it’s a helpful resource or professional trainer 🙂

B and angel B 🤍

01/08/2022

Please PLEASE be vigilant if you’re on the search for a canine companion! There’s SO much breeders can and should be doing to produce healthy, confident and robust puppies. A bit of work selecting the right breeder will pay off in dividends down the track 🥰

26/07/2022

25/07/2022

“Ground sniffs are fine for amateurs, but bin sniffs *exhales* that’s where the good stuff is at” - more pearls of wisdom from .up.with.flynn

17/07/2022

If you don’t want to train your dog every day I have good news for you… You don’t have to 😮

Now, before you throw out your treat pouch I want to be clear that training your dog is always a worth while investment of your time AND training shouldn’t be a chore (if it is, get a new trainer) however I understand that life is busy we sometimes we get caught up.

On the days you don’t get around to training, management is your best friend! Make sure you’ve got some management strategies in place so your dog can’t practice the undesirable behaviour that you’re working so hard to change ⚡️

06/07/2022

Great blog on what to consider when it comes to “socialisation” and dog-dog interactions by Thinkdog with Lewis Nicholls

A few years back I had an encounter on a walk that is very common, but a huge problem with how we view, treat and encourage our dogs to behave. Tory and I went to a quiet area which has some tennis courts. It was early so not many people were about. We were doing some indication work on the courts a...

28/06/2022

All shoved into my winter wet weather gear or dangling from a treat pouch 😂

08/06/2022

Did you know puppies need between 18-20 hours of sleep per day! 🤯

Sleep is such an important part of healthy development for a young puppy. Their brains get time to process and download all the new information from their day and their bodies get a chance to rest and grow.

Ensuring your puppy gets enough sleep can also help reduce biting, nipping and zoomie o’clock

Wilfred is demonstrating the expert level croissant x donut 🥐 position here during his Puppy Program session where he and his family are learning all the essentials of raising a puppy. Got a pup? Get in touch!

03/06/2022

Beautiful example of facilitating breaks in high arousal play and explanation of why this can be helpful 🙂

03/06/2022

Huge congrats to our wonderful pal Dr Zoe 🥳

Countless canines and their caregivers are sure to benefit from this expert duo.

I am so delighted to announce the addition of Dr Zoe Devine to the Animal Sense team. Dr Zoe is about to sit her ANZCVS membership exams in Animal Behaviour and then will start seeing canine and feline consults starting in late July. She will be a great asset to the team and allow Animal Sense to reduce wait times for animals in high need of anxiety treatment. Bookings are OPEN now!

See bookings:
https://www.animalsense.com.au/bookings

31/05/2022

Exciting stuff happens at the front door for our dogs and there are often big feelings associated with the door. It’s the portal to the outside world. It’s where walks start, unfamiliar people might enter, the postie appears, familiar humans appear back from their absences.

If jumping is occurring here my biggest piece of advice is to be prepared (with a management strategy, plenty of practice/training before hand, and by prepping your guests) and be consistent!

Got questions? Get in touch!

29/05/2022

Do you know sniffing helps lower arousal, increases your dogs confidence in new places AND help them come to terms with how embarrassed they are when their mum sends them out with their trainer in a wooly jumper?

Okaaaay Flynn said the last bit might not be true 🤭 but firmly agrees sniffing is the best and the importance of it should not be overlooked! 😙

27/05/2022

One of my first sessions back at work, Gossamer convinced me that she’s ~always~ allowed a whole log to chew on 🪵

It’s quite hard to feel sad when this golden ray of sunshine is around 🙂

15/05/2022

Last week I lost my best friend, a piece of my heart, a third of our family and my entire world.

Please bear with me if replies are slow and I’m quiet on here as my broken heart attempts to heal ❤️‍🩹

04/05/2022

Hi everyone,

Lots of my clients know I’m out of action on here at the moment. Billie is really unwell and I’ve been home with her for the last week. I don’t have a return to work date yet but will be in touch as soon as I do.

Give your dogs an extra cuddle tonight and tell them you love them. My entire heart is breaking right now.

B + B

27/04/2022

Love love LOVE my Shepherds but they’re not for every family! A great list of things to consider before adopting one into your heart and home

IS A GERMAN SHEPHERD THE RIGHT BREED FOR YOU?

There are a number of things to consider when deciding on the right breed for your family. German Shepherds are a breed that have specific requirements to ensure they are a happy, healthy, and well-rounded dog. Whilst there are different types of German Shepherds with different drives and physical needs, there are some basic requirements relevant to all German Shepherds that should be considered when first deciding if they are the right breed for your family:

✅ 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 – Do you have the time and effort to put training into your German Shepherd, this is an ongoing requirement, not just when they are a puppy. German Shepherds want to be around their people most of the time, they do not do well locked outside in a backyard with little interaction, and require ongoing training and commitment.

✅ 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – German Shepherds are prone to antisocial behaviour if not regularly exposed to different scenarios and situations. They require regular socialisation with other dogs in a controlled and safe environment, they need to have positive experiences with different types of animals, people, vehicles, places, and objects.

✅ 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 - German Shepherds can live for on average for 10-14 years; during their lifespan, they need to have regular check-ups at the vet as they can be prone to some medical conditions. German Shepherds are a large breed dog, resulting in higher veterinary bills than smaller dogs if they ever need surgery, they must also be provided with good quality food. German Shepherds may also need assistance from a professional trainer to help with any arising behavioural issues.

✅ 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 – German Shepherds shed A LOT of hair! They need regular brushing to keep their coat well maintained otherwise they can become matted and itchy. No matter how much you brush or groom your German Shepherd, there will be plenty of hair everywhere around the house! Shaving a German Shepherd is not an option, they have a double coat that helps to regulate their body temperature acting like a layer of insulation!

✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – German Shepherds are an active breed that need to be given exercise daily and provided with mental stimulation in the forms of walks, games, training, challenges, and puzzles to keep them active and amused. They are a clever breed that need to keep their mind working or they will become bored and develop problem behaviours.

These are the bare necessities for a German Shepherd to live a happy, healthy, and fulfilling life; please consider if you can meet all these basic requirements of a German Shepherd, if you can, then the next step is to do some further research on this wonderful breed. If you cannot fulfil all of the requirements listed above… then a German Shepherd is not the breed for you!